Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 3 years old. Recently, the child has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, there are occasional yellowish liquids leaking from her ears. Moreover, her appetite is poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow fluid in the ears be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, some analgesics can be given appropriately. Children with fever symptoms can take fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child has a tympanic membrane perforation, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is essential to keep the child warm and avoid further worsening the symptoms by catching a cold.